FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Manly Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Manly Small Business Loans
Manly unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Manly Business Loans
What is the Larger Manly Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every business use, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and could include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply in quality business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide the decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application at standard business hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements in order to assess the well-being for your company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the level of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been operating as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner uses assets they own to obtain the funding. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.